Vinted Shoppers Express Frustration Over Size Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.
The popular resale platform has revised its size classifications for women's and children's clothes failing to inform every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Response
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display a different size category versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The platform stated the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces.
They have suggested members to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Changes
Earlier, the sizing featured one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum for example S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - for example a size L was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Stories
One content creator, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
A different member, based in Glasgow, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as larger sizing 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Service Background
The app has more than 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: last year, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
